Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Strawberry Cake

When you get pick up a pint of strawberries for less than the cost of a latte, make this cake. Baked up in a pie shell, it is perfect for breakfast or tea. And you know it is one of my favorites because it has (a) no frosting (b) has fruit and (c) quick and easy!!!

I walked through the library right before it opened...it was still warm and totally fragrant...staff actually followed me to the "buffet" (the countertop where I put all the treats).

A super easy batter that is topped with slices of strawberries. I like that it is baked in a pie pan...it's pie cake!

Can't wait to try this with some delicious pluots I picked up at the market...I think it will make a perfect dessert for the summer. I am with you...hate frosting, love fruit, and adore the quick and easy part! ;-)

@invenanet I don't have the pie pan in front of me, but I think it is a 9 1/2 inch one...do they make that? I have also made it in a 11 x 7 pyrex dish (easier to cut into squares). The pyrex baked from 10 minutes, then 40 minutes.

I love your blog - it is amazing how much baking you have done. I am still a beginner in baking and like you I love baking with fruits and no frosting. I tried the strawberry cake in a pie plate - inspired by your post here. It is yummy.